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HELSINKI AND SOUTH KARELIA - 5 DAYS/4 NIGHTS

This is a small size group. The minimum size of the group is 2 passenegrs and the maximum size is 30 passengers. The average age of the  group varies from 45-75 years. For passengers who require assistance, wheelchair can be provided for a small fee. All our guides are certified and fluent in English. Some walking will be required. The prices quoted  are “land only,”

To get your airfare quote, call us for a quote at 1-800-778-9847.  Airline tickets are purchased separately. Terms and conditions for the tickets are set by the airlines.A deposit of $100 USD is due  per person at the time of confirmation of the tour.  Final payment is due 45 days prior to departure. You will receive a follow up email with the exact date and amount due for final payment.  ​​​​​​Your documents will be mailed 2-3 weeks prior to departure.  Electronic documents may be requested. 

Tour Outline

Arrive in Helsinki. Transfer to Hotel  Glo Art**** or similar. After you have checked in there will be a welcome meeting.

Helsinki is truly located at the crossroads of Western and Eastern culture and this is reflected everywhere in the green and lively Finnish capital. The sightseeing tour takes us around the harbours and the State Senate with the Lutheran Cathedral, up central Mannerheim Street and by the Parliament Building, the Finlandia Hall, and the Sibelius Monument and for a visit at the famous Church-in the-Rock. The afternoon offers an OPTIONAL  to the Suomenlinna Fortress, a cultural treasure which construction was started in the 18th century as a sea fortress. Located on an island, fortress is a unique attraction for visitors. 

In the morning we go to the railway station and take a train to Lappeenranta, where we will arrive shortly after midday. Transfer to the hotel Scandic Patria**** or similar. Lappeenranta is beautifully st at the shores of Lake Saimaa and was an important Swedish fortress town in the 18th century. Nowadays it is an attractive and popular resort town. The afternoon walking tour of Lappeenranta take us to the historic Old Town, the port area and Lappeenranta Fortress with its wooden and red brick buildings, artisans shops, museums, wooden Orthodox Mary the Virgin Church and cafes. Return to the hotel and check in. Late afternoon, we walk to the pier to embark on spectacular evening cruise on Lake Saimaa and to the Saimaa Canal. The ship has a restaurant, where we can enjoy drinks and snacks or a full dinner while we are stunned by the views of the lake. After three hours, we return to port and walk back to the hotel.  

 

 

The day offers the possibilty to explore the Lappeenranta resort town on your own. The hotel is located between the Old Town and the port area and both are easily accessible on foot. Go shopping in the small boutique in the Old Town. Try the Karelian cuisine or enjoy the atmosphere and the views at the port. In the late afternoon transfer to the train station and departure by train back to Helsinki. Arrival to Helsinki early in the evening and transfer to Hotel Radisson Glo Art**** or similar 

Transfer to airport.

 

Includes

  • 4 overnights at centrally located 4 star hotels
  • Buffet breakfast daily
  • Welcome meeting with champagne-cocktail or juice
  • Personalized welcome package
  • Entrances to Church in the Rock in Helsinki, Lake Saimaa
  • Express train tickets Helsinki-Lappeenranta-Helsinki (economy class)
  • Services of English speaking tour escort in Helsinki and
  • local English seaking guide in Lappeenranta
  • Service of 1st class motor coaches or 1st class minivans throughout the itinerary
  • Portage at hotels

Optional Excursions

  • 3-hour excursion with water bus to the Suomenlinna Fortress: €65 ($70)

2024 Tour Dates and Prices (Per Person, Double Occupancy)

Start DateEnd DatePrice
Jun 16Jun 20€715 ($774)
Jun 30Jul 04€715 ($774)
Jul 14Jul 18€715 ($774)
Jul 28Aug 01€715 ($774)
Aug 11Aug 15€715 ($774)
Aug 18Aug 22€715 ($774)
Single Supplement€355 ($384)

 

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